CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Buffalo Bills’ offense has been firing on all cylinders this season, but some of their most impactful players aren’t necessarily the ones grabbing headlines.
When asked about rookie receiver Keon Coleman, QB Josh Allen’s face lit up with appreciation that went far beyond statistics.
“(Coleman’s) awesome. He doesn’t say very many words,” Allen revealed. “He’s just all about football, all about the team, and as a rookie coming in, (he’s) not probably not thinking that a whole lot’s going to be asked of him, but (he’s) kind of been thrown into the fire early on.”
For a team that lost multiple receiving options in the offseason, Coleman’s quiet confidence and clutch performances have been crucial to Buffalo’s success. Despite his reserved demeanor in the locker room, the rookie has made plenty of noise on the field.
“He’s come up with some unbelievable huge catches for us,” Allen continued. “We’re going to need more of that going forward.”
But Coleman isn’t the only Bills player earning Allen’s praise for their approach to the game. The quarterback saved his most enthusiastic endorsement for running back James Cook, who has emerged as one of the NFL’s most complete backs this season.
While fans and fantasy owners might focus on Cook’s rushing and receiving stats, Allen offered an insider perspective on what truly makes the running back special.
“I urge everyone to watch (Cook)when he doesn’t have the ball, because he’s just as exciting to watch,” Allen insisted. “He’s constantly following the ball, constantly turning his head and running, and trying to spring an extra block for whoever has the ball. He’s an all-time teammate.”
This rare glimpse into what players value in their teammates reveals why the Bills’ offense functions so cohesively.
It’s not just about talent or scheme — it’s about the selfless approach players like Cook bring to every snap, whether they’re the featured playmaker or not.
Allen noted how Cook’s improved play seems connected to a newfound freedom and joy on the field.
“I think the outside stuff kind of takes care of itself, but when it does, it does free you up to be a little more loose and to go out there,” Allen said. “And enjoy it and not have the fear, or the worry about everything else.”
The quarterback also touched on Patriots’ second-year quarterback Drake Maye, whom he got to know during the offseason through their shared agency.
“Just a really down-to-earth human being. Got a really good head on his shoulders, does things the right way,” Allen shared. “(Maye) plays the game the right way in my opinion and he’s only getting better.”
These insights from Allen paint a picture of a Buffalo team whose success is built not just on highlight-reel plays, but on the character and approach of its players.
From the silent determination of Coleman to the infectious hustle of Cook, the Bills’ locker room culture appears to be a significant factor in their continued success.